Lemon Roasted Green Beans

Lemon Roasted Green Beans

Sometimes the simplest foods are most enjoyable. Roasting the green beans brings out a different texture and flavor than boiling or even steaming them. The lemon zest gives this dish a delightful zip. Or punch up the color and micronutrients by adding red bell pepper....

Wild Rice, Sausage and Leek Stuffing with Walnuts

This is my most favorite stuffing because of its luscious flavors and texture. It’s not only delicious, it is also a healthy dish given the nutrients in whole grains combined with walnuts and leeks. Added to which, gluten-free members of the family can also...
Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Puree

Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Puree

The orange gold hues, creamy flavor contrasted with carmelized onion and poblano (or bell pepper) strips, makes this one of my favorite fall dishes. It is also deliciously healthy. Butternut squash and sweet potatoes are in the pumpkin family, rich in carotenoids....
Three Root Puree

Three Root Puree

Boost the flavors and nutrition of mashed potatoes by adding in other root vegetables. This recipe is for 12 as part of the Thanksgiving 2017 Menu. You can simply make half the amount for a regular weeknight, but I think it is worth making the full recipe to use...
Crunchy Cruciferous Salad

Crunchy Cruciferous Salad

Leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables (such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower) have more micronutrients than any other food. Micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and fiber) are essential for our survival and longevity. This salad is great on its own,...